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Brake Pad: Testing and Inspection


Note: The thickness of the outer brake linings can be determined without removing the wheels.
If necessary, move the vehicle until the aperture for the brake lining wear indicator (brake lining) is visible through the rim styling.

Insert special tool 34 1 260 through the rim and into recess for brake lining wear indicator.
Press special tool to brake lining, slide ring (1) in direction of arrow to limit position and read off measuring value.





Note:
(A) Brake disk
(B) Brake lining

Residual lining thickness of front wheel brake, refer to Brakes, Specifications.
Residual lining thickness of rear wheel brake, refer to Brakes, Specifications.